What is Laparoscopic gallbladder removal?
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Laparoscopic cholecystectomy is a procedure done to remove the gallbladder and gallstones through several small incisions in the abdomen. The procedure is often done as an outpatient procedure or may require a one night hospital stay.
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How do members experience Laparoscopic gallbladder removal?
Top 5 reported purposes & perceived effectiveness
| Purpose | Patients | Evaluations | Perceived Effectiveness |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gallstones | 123 | 13 | |
| Cholecystitis | 15 | 3 | |
| Abdominal pain | 5 | 0 | |
| Gallbladder polyp | 1 | 1 | |
| Gastric bypass complications | 1 | 0 |
Common side effects
| Side effect | Patients | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Pain | 3 | |
| Abdominal pain | 2 | |
| Diarrhea | 2 | |
| Digestive problems | 2 | |
| Decreased appetite | 1 | |
| Diarrhea after eating | 1 |
Side effect severity
| Severity | Evaluations | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Severe | 0 | |
| Moderate | 3 | |
| Mild | 7 | |
| None | 7 |
Member evaluations
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Tinafici
evaluated on Apr 21, 2018
- Perceived effectiveness for gallstones: Can't tell
- Side effects: Mild
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